Factory manager demographics and statistics in the US
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Factory manager gender statistics
12.5% of factory managers are women and 87.5% of factory managers are men.
- Male, 87.5%
- Female, 12.5%
Factory manager gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 87.5% |
| Female | 12.5% |
Factory manager gender pay gap
Women earn 95¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$96,819
Female income
$91,849
Factory manager gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in factory manager positions over time. Currently, 12.5% of factory managers are female.
Factory manager gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 91.00% | 9.00% |
| 2011 | 89.77% | 10.23% |
| 2012 | 90.23% | 9.77% |
| 2013 | 89.62% | 10.38% |
| 2014 | 88.64% | 11.36% |
| 2015 | 89.06% | 10.94% |
| 2016 | 89.07% | 10.93% |
| 2017 | 88.43% | 11.57% |
| 2018 | 88.19% | 11.81% |
| 2019 | 87.80% | 12.20% |
| 2020 | 87.65% | 12.35% |
| 2021 | 87.53% | 12.47% |
Factory manager related jobs gender ratio
We compared factory managers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, general road foreman and plant superintendent have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Assistant/Human Resources | 7% | 93% |
| Office Manager Of Human Resources | 10% | 90% |
| Business Office Manager | 15% | 85% |
| Factory Manager | 88% | 12% |
| Maintenance Director | 97% | 3% |
| Plant Superintendent | 97% | 3% |
| General Road Foreman | 97% | 3% |
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Factory manager demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among factory managers is White, which makes up 69.3% of all factory managers. Comparatively, 13.2% of factory managers are Hispanic or Latino and 9.2% of factory managers are Asian.
- White, 69.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 13.2%
- Asian, 9.2%
- Black or African American, 3.9%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
Factory manager race
| Factory manager race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.2% |
| Asian | 9.2% |
| Black or African American | 3.9% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.5% |
Factory manager race and ethnicity over time
See how factory manager racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Factory manager race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.40% | 4.40% | 6.36% | 11.23% |
| 2011 | 76.83% | 4.29% | 6.08% | 11.09% |
| 2012 | 76.08% | 4.59% | 6.78% | 10.91% |
| 2013 | 77.04% | 4.16% | 6.48% | 10.62% |
| 2014 | 75.85% | 4.37% | 6.94% | 10.55% |
| 2015 | 76.13% | 4.67% | 6.03% | 11.43% |
| 2016 | 75.55% | 4.18% | 6.76% | 11.52% |
| 2017 | 73.67% | 4.39% | 7.61% | 12.05% |
| 2018 | 74.81% | 4.34% | 6.88% | 12.37% |
| 2019 | 75.20% | 4.08% | 6.80% | 11.91% |
| 2020 | 72.21% | 3.98% | 7.21% | 12.59% |
| 2021 | 69.33% | 3.86% | 9.19% | 13.24% |
Factory manager wage gap by race
According to our data, asian factory managers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american factory managers have the lowest average salary at $94,003.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $94,572 |
| White | $96,595 |
| Black or African American | $94,003 |
| Asian | $101,998 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $97,130 |
Average factory manager age
See how the average age of factory managers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Factory manager age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 46 | 45 |
| White | 50 | 46 |
| Black or African American | 52 | 52 |
| Asian | 43.5 | 44 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 48 | 41 |
Factory manager age breakdown
The average age of factory managers is 40+ years years old, representing 76% of the factory manager population.
Factory manager age breakdown
| Factory Manager Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 76% |
| 30-40 years | 22% |
| 20-30 years | 2% |
Factory manager educational attainment
The most common degree for factory managers is bachelor's degree, with 66% of factory managers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 15% and master's degree degree at 8%.
- Bachelor's, 66%
- Master's, 15%
- Associate, 8%
- Diploma, 6%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Factory managers by degree level
| Factory manager degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 66% |
| Master's | 15% |
| Associate | 8% |
| Diploma | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Factory manager wage gap by degree level
According to the data, factory managers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $117,674 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, factory managers earn a median annual income of $103,266 compared to $90,732 for factory managers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $117,674 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $84,716 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $103,266 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $90,732 |
Factory manager employment statistics
Most factory managers work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where factory managers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where factory managers work.
Factory manager jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 17% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 31% |
Factory manager jobs by company type
Employees with the factory manager job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most factory managers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Factory manager jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 35% |
| Private | 62% |
| Government | 2% |
Factory manager jobs by industry
The most common industries for factory managers are manufacturing, technology and automotive.
Factory manager industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 33% |
| Fortune 500 | 12% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Automotive | 7% |
| Retail | 7% |
| Professional | 6% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Transportation | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Factory manager turnover and employment statistics
Factory manager unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for factory managers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Factory manager unemployment rate by year
| Year | Factory manager unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.91% |
| 2011 | 5.06% |
| 2012 | 5.11% |
| 2013 | 3.26% |
| 2014 | 3.16% |
| 2015 | 2.28% |
| 2016 | 2.78% |
| 2017 | 2.30% |
| 2018 | 2.10% |
| 2019 | 2.42% |
| 2020 | 3.14% |
| 2021 | 2.81% |
Average factory manager tenure
The average factory manager stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 972 factory managers resumes in Zippia's database.
Factory manager tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 35% |
| 3-4 years | 21% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Factory manager LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of factory managers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Services Manager | 4.78% | 88,723 |
| Director Of Distribution | 5.19% | 21,751 |
| Factory Manager | 8.28% | - |
| Business Services Vice President | 10.51% | 128,143 |
| Circuit Rider | 11.39% | 3,627 |
| Professional Development Director | 17.60% | 103,723 |
| Director, Human Resources And Administration | 17.78% | 49,395 |
Similar factory manager jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Services Manager | 4.78% | 88,723 |
| Director Of Distribution | 5.19% | 21,751 |
| Business Services Vice President | 10.51% | 128,143 |
| Circuit Rider | 11.39% | 3,627 |
| Professional Development Director | 17.60% | 103,723 |
| Director, Human Resources And Administration | 17.78% | 49,395 |
Foreign languages spoken by factory managers
The most common foreign language among factory managers is Spanish at 18.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 16.3% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 14.0%.
- Spanish, 18.6%
- Chinese, 16.3%
- Mandarin, 14.0%
- Japanese, 9.3%
- Arabic, 7.0%
- Other, 34.8%
Factory manager languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 18.6% |
| Chinese | 16.3% |
| Mandarin | 14.0% |
| Japanese | 9.3% |
| Arabic | 7.0% |
| Other | 34.8% |
